What’s penalty for patronizing a prostitute in Seattle?

A: Patronizing a prostitute is a misdemeanor, so the maximum penalty is 90 days and or a $1,000 fine, as detailed in section 12A.10.040 of the Seattle Municipal Code. That provision also requires a mandatory DNA sample,

A conviction or disposition also requires participation in John school and a $150 fee for a conviction or a $1,000 fee for a pretrial diversion, Seattle Senior Assistant City Attorney Kevin Kilpatrick said.

In March, the City Council passed an ordinance for the John School, a counseling program for offenders. Seattle Weekly reporter Nina Shapiro has more on the school here.

Assistant city attorneys also require mandatory HIV tests in all cases, but that is not required by ordinance, Kilpatrick said.

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